Alliance Personnel are seeking a skilled Tool Setter to join one of their clients based in Birmingham
The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience with various hand tools and tooling processes.
Job Overview:
Working as part of the Production Team, the Machine Tool Setter will be responsible for a range of tasks including tool changes on mechanical presses. The Tool Setter will also ensure that all materials and other relevant requirements are available for press operators in a timely and efficient manner
Job Duties:
* Responsibility for mounting, aligning and securing tools in the production press, making the relevant technical and mechanical adjustments as needed.
* Regular measurement of work pieces – in conjunction with Quality Control - to determine accuracy of machine operation using calipers, micrometer height gauges, templates, or other relevant instruments.
* Detailed observation of machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions.
* Responsibility for operation of forklift (Training provided if no licnese)
* Responsibility for removal of tools from machines when production run is finished
* Responsibility for inspection of first and last piece from latest production run with the assistance of Quality Control.
Job Requirements:
* Previous tool setting experience is highly-desirable.
* The successful applicant will have to be mechanically-minded with a strong interest in engineering.
* Must be able to demonstrate experience in working to the highest possible level of quality and efficiency standards.
* Must be proactive in approach to work and have an ability to clearly and calmly resolve problems.
* Must possess excellent communication skills to work as part of a cross-functional team with Production Team, Quality Control, and Tool-Room.
* Must be able to record and manage detailed quality control records that will be inspected by Management, Customers and Auditors on a regular basis.
* Ability to check accuracy and quality of finished parts.
* A forklift licence is preferred but not essential.
Working hours Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Salary: DOE
Temp to Perm